Test Technician (Onsite)

RTX•Virgin, UT

2d•$41,400 - $72,600•Onsite

About The Position

Hurricane Mesa Test Facility (HMTF) is a unique R&D test site specializing in ejection seat system validation using rocket sleds and subsystem test stands. The Engineering Test Technician will support sled tests, subsystem evaluations, and general site operations. This role involves hands-on work with energetic materials, test hardware, and custom-built fixtures that enable high‑speed and supersonic test activities.

Requirements

Experience with TIG and MIG welding
Experience in fabrication, layout, and working with metal components
Basic proficiency with standard office computer software
Experience with organizing and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced test environment
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Welding and fabrication experience with fixtures and test hardware
Manual machining experience (mill, lathe, etc.)
Experience with energetic materials (CAD/PAD, rockets, explosives)
Experience in R&D or test environments, especially ejection seats or parachute systems
General industrial equipment maintenance and repair experience

Responsibilities

Handle and test rocket motors as part of a test team
Support test team activities involving the safe handling of CAD/PAD components
Deploy, operate, and maintain test track hardware and fixtures
Perform test tracking maintenance, including track setup and post-test water brake functions
Assist with site maintenance, equipment upgrades, and improvement projects
Build, repair, and modify test equipment, fixtures, and hardware

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Program, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Relocation assistance